Finance Business Partner

POP MART; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

PTO

Sick leave

Family leave

Job summary

POP MART, a leading global consumer brand in trend culture and collectibles, seeks a Regional Finance Business Partner in Culver City, on-site. You will partner with Retail, Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations leaders to drive profitability and strategic financial planning across North America.

You will lead budgeting, rolling forecasts, financial modeling, and executive reporting, building scalable finance processes to support POP MART's rapid growth, while collaborating with HQ and local

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, Business Finance or Finance Business Partnering.
• Experience supporting retail, consumer products or multi-site operations is highly preferred.
• Experience working with cross-border or multinational organizations.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Retail, Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations leaders to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and business performance.
• Go beyond reporting financial results by challenging assumptions, identifying root causes, and recommending data-driven solutions.
• Deliver financial insights that influence strategic decisions and improve overall business outcomes.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly rolling forecasts, monthly business reviews, financial modeling, scenario planning, and profitability analysis.
• Develop executive-ready reporting that transforms financial performance into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• Identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities while providing strategic guidance to local leadership and global HQ.
• Serve as the trusted finance partner for Retail Operations, Business Development, Construction, Key Accounts, Merchandising, and Supply Chain.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Accounts Payable, Tax, Legal, IT, and Internal Audit to ensure decisions are reflected and issues resolved.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to improve collaboration and execution.
• Partner with Retail Leadership, Business Development, and Construction teams to evaluate new store investments.
• Develop store-level P&L models, CAPEX budgets, investment analyses, and executive packages.
• Support capital allocation decisions by evaluating financial returns, risks, and long-term impact.
• Improve visibility and governance across stores, warehouses, and logistics partners.
• Enhance cash controls, inventory movement tracking, reconciliation, return processes, and logistics management.
• Identify operational gaps and implement preventive controls to reduce risk.
• Design practical financial controls and governance processes to improve transparency.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen compliance and scalability.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement across finance and operations.
• Leverage data to uncover opportunities and influence leadership decisions.
• Connect financial performance with operational execution to drive improvements.

Skills

FP&A

Commercial Finance

Business Finance

Finance Partnering

Cross-border experience

Financial Modeling

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Related discipline

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Tableau

Looker

Job description

Position: Regional Finance Business Partner

Location: Culver City, CA (On-Site)

Department: Finance

POP MART (09992.HK), founded in 2010, is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry. Centered around IP, POP MART has built a comprehensive platform for creative incubation and IP operation, empowering global creators while delivering exciting products, services, and immersive entertainment experiences to consumers.

POP MART identifies and nurtures emerging artists and designers worldwide, creating popular character IPs through a well-established IP development and operation system. Its portfolio includes iconic IPs such as MOLLY,

SKULLPANDA, DIMOO, THE MONSTERS, and Hirono. By launching art toys and derivative products based n these IPs, POP MART continues to lead trends in consumer culture.

As of the end of 2025, POP MART operates over 630 physical stores and more than 2,637 Robo Shops across 20+ countries and regions. Through multiple retail channels and cross-border e-commerce platforms, POP MART continues to expand its global footprint while creating memorable experiences for fans around the world.

Opportunity Overview

At POP MART, we're redefining the intersection of retail, entertainment, and designer collectibles. As one of the fastest-growing global consumer brands, we're expanding rapidly across North America and looking for a strategic finance leader to help drive that growth.

What You Will Achieve

Drive Business Performance

• Partner with Retail, Commercial, Supply Chain, and Operations leaders to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and business performance.
• Go beyond reporting financial results by challenging assumptions, identifying root causes, and recommending data-driven solutions.
• Deliver financial insights that influence strategic decisions and improve overall business outcomes.

Financial Planning & Business Insights

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly rolling forecasts, monthly business reviews, financial modeling, scenario planning, and profitability analysis.
• Develop executive-ready reporting that transforms financial performance into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• Identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities while providing strategic guidance to local leadership and global HQ.

Strategic Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as the trusted finance partner for Retail Operations, Business Development, Construction, Key Accounts, Merchandising, and Supply Chain.
• Collaborate closely with Accounting, Accounts Payable, Tax, Legal, IT, and Internal Audit to ensure business decisions are accurately reflected and operational challenges are resolved efficiently.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to improve collaboration and execution.

Lead New Store Investment Decisions (CAPEX)

• Partner with Retail Leadership, Business Development, and Construction teams to evaluate new store investments.
• Develop store-level P&L models, CAPEX budgets, investment analyses, and executive approval packages.
• Support capital allocation decisions by evaluating financial returns, risks, and long-term business impact.

Strengthen Inventory, Cash & Operational Governance

• Improve visibility and governance across stores, warehouses, and logistics partners.
• Enhance cash controls, inventory movement tracking, reconciliation, return processes, and logistics exception management.
• Identify operational gaps and implement preventive controls that reduce risk before financial issues occur.

Drive Operational Excellence

• Design practical financial controls and governance processes that improve transparency without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Recommend process improvements that strengthen compliance, increase efficiency, and support scalable business growth.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement across finance and operations.

Influence Through Data

• Leverage financial and operational data to uncover opportunities, answer critical business questions, and challenge conventional thinking.
• Connect financial performance with operational execution to influence leadership decisions.
• Drive meaningful business improvements through fact-based analysis and strategic recommendations.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline
• 8+ years of experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, Business Finance or Finance Business Partnering
• Experience supporting retail, consumer products or multi-site operations is highly preferred
• Experience working with cross-border or multinational organizations
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a multi-unit retail, consumer products, entertainment, or omnichannel business.
• Previous Finance Business Partner experience supporting Retail, Commercial, Supply Chain, or Operations teams.
• Strong financial modeling skills, including CAPEX, ROI, and new store investment analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience developing executive-level financial reporting and presentations.
• Knowledge of inventory management, retail KPIs, margin analysis, working capital, and cash flow management.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent professional certification is a plus.
• Passion for consumer brands, retail innovation, entertainment, pop culture, or collectible products.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, sick leave, and family leave.
• Leadership development, mentorship, and stretch opportunities.
• Career growth with one of the fastest-growing global entertainment and retail brands.
• Exposure to executive leadership and strategic initiatives.
• Opportunity to build scalable operational processes that directly support POP MART's North American growth.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while using office equipment.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional travel to stores, new openings, and company meetings as needed.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 annually. This range is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and may vary based on geographic location. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive compensation program.

For applicants located in Los Angeles or San Francisco: In accordance with applicable local Fair Chance laws, POP MART conducts criminal background checks only after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (Los Angeles Municipal Code § 189.04) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable.

POP MART is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment decisions at POP MART are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance by emailing [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The qualifications, skills, abilities, and physical demands described in this job posting are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.